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About Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center
The Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center (PHA Code: MN206) provides assisted housing options in Dodge Center, Dodge County, Minnesota. This authority manages approximately 38 assisted housing units across its programs.
Currently, all waiting lists for assistance through this authority are closed. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, and the Public Housing program waitlist is also closed. The status for the Public Housing program was recently updated from unknown to closed.
For reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Rochester, MN HUD Metro FMR Area, which includes Dodge Center, is $62,800 per year. Applicants are advised to check directly with the Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center for any future updates regarding waitlist openings.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
All waiting lists in Dodge Center are currently closed for HCV programs.
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Households at the extremely low-income level often receive priority on waiting lists.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $62,800/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center manages approximately 38 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dodge Center. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Dodge Center. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center manages approximately 38 Public Housing units in Dodge Center. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center?
Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Rochester, MN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $62,800. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $26,400 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 2 Persons | $30,200 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 3 Persons | $33,950 | $56,550 | $90,450 |
| 4 Persons | $37,700 | $62,800 | $100,500 |
| 5 Persons | $40,750 | $67,850 | $108,550 |
| 6 Persons | $43,750 | $72,850 | $116,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $77,900 | $124,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $82,900 | $132,700 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Dodge Center — including across state lines.